One Acre Fund Medical Lab Coordinator Job in Kakamega, Kenya 2019
- Published date: April 23, 2019
- Category: Medical & Pharmaceutical
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- Location: Nairobi, Nairobi
- Jop type:
- Salary: Ksh Not mentioned
- Company name: Jobs in Kenya
Job Description
One Acre Fund Medical Lab Coordinator Job in Kakamega, Kenya 2019
Career Employment Medical Lab Coordinator Nairobi Kenya April 2019
One Acre Fund
Job Vacancy: Kenya Medical Lab Coordinator
Job Location: Kakamega, Kenya
Job Description: We are seeking for a Medical Lab Technician who will increase our accuracy in calculating the impact of Nutrition and Health trials by 2021.The medical Lab technician will work closely with study enumerators in the field and identified laboratories within public health facilities.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Support in nutrition assessment anthropometry
- Collect biochemical samples
- Conduct basic on-site diagnostics and basic biochemical assessments
- Transportation of specimen maintaining a cold chain
- Laboratory processing (centrifugation and aliquots of serum) labeling and storage of samples
- Manage the laboratory inventory
- Cold chain management and monitoring
- Safe disposal/ management of sharps objects and other wastes
- Any other duties assigned by your supervisor
Career Growth and Development: We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
Qualifications
Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:
- Hold a Diploma or Degree in Medical Lab technology or Biochemistry with at least 1 year related working experience
- Registered with the Kenya Medical Lab Technicians and Technologists Board
- Ability to ride a motorbike with a valid License
- Cultural specific social awareness and ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries
- Detail oriented and ability to make independent decisions
- Basic organization skills: time management and prioritization
- Basic leadership skills: ability to lead other employees
- Excellent attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to multi-task
- Basic computer skills
- Fluency in English, Swahili and Luhya.
Application Deadline: All applications should be submitted before 25th April 2019
Preferred Start Date: 6th May 2019
Benefits: Health insurance, paid time off
Sponsor International Candidates: No; must have existing rights to work in Kenya.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to apply online
One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here.
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